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I realize that I am resurrecting an old thread here but, what year CBR coils did you use? Are you still happy with the the results? I am doing heads, head gaskets, carb rebuild, timing belts, etc. on my '82 and may as well swap coils if the 600F coils I have are suitable...

I got a Beck Arnsley witch from Rock auto and it was the wrong size, so I took the redneck route and wired in a rocker switch down by the radio...not ideal, but it works for me.

Amen.

Alright, I put a Michelin Commander II on the rear today. I've heard great things about the wear. I'll let you know how it plays out.

I have a smell of coolant when stopped, and I noticed some steam from the bottom of the right cylinders yesterday. However, the reservoir is full and has been for some time. The bike is running warmer, but summer has been hot this year. Any ideas? Coolant tube? head gasket?? I can't find...

Changed the oil and adjusted the valves. It always amazes me how much a difference that makes and how often it is needed on a "touring" bike. :roll:

No, fronts usually cup out due to the different loads under braking and acceleration. It's normal on all types of wheels.

What are you guys running? I've had three Dunlop 404s and haven't gotten much over 6000 miles out of them. I know the old girl is heavy, and I ride hard but that's sportbike tire mileage, not what I would expect from a tourer. Let me know what you've found that works.

I think most of agree on this. My mom needed a riding mower, so I found an '86 Honda 3813. Liquid cooled tin, easy start clutch (slowly accelerates in whatever gear until it reaches top speed for that gear) and is unbelievably quiet. This thing is so overengineered that it will ikely not only...

I have not noticed any clutch slipping with the Rotella. And, I twist the 'Oldwing like a sportbike every time a I ride. She ain't no showpiece.

+1

Alice Cooper - Santa Claws is coming to town.

I bought a cheapo cutting board and made a backplate from the plastic...problem solved.

This. I never ride without one, but it should be my choice.

Amen.